MOORE V HARPER

Apr 14 2026HEALTH

Dick Vitale faces new health challenge with melanoma diagnosis

Veteran sports commentator Dick Vitale recently shared news about his latest health test results. After undergoing multiple scans, including PET, CAT, and MRI tests, doctors found abnormalities in his lung and liver. A biopsy confirmed melanoma, a type of skin cancer that can spread to other organs.

reading time less than a minute
Apr 14 2026SPORTS

Game scores and schedules to kick off Vermont’s 2026 spring sports week

Vermont’s high school teams are back on the field this spring, with scores, schedules, and fresh matchups to watch. Baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, track, and Ultimate all see action, giving athletes and fans plenty to follow. Coaches share results quickly so families can track their teams wit

reading time less than a minute
Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Catholic Leader Questions Pope’s Role in US Decisions

Vice President JD Vance, a prominent Catholic in the Trump administration, recently said the pope should avoid interfering with American policy. Speaking on Fox News, he suggested the Vatican focus on church matters instead of political debates. His comments came after a public fight between Preside

reading time less than a minute
Apr 14 2026FINANCE

Oil Stock Gets a Boost: Why Analysts Are Betting Big on Viper Energy

Viper Energy saw a small rise in stock value after an investment firm raised its rating. Jefferies now suggests buying shares, pushing the price target from $43 to $55. The move comes as oil prices stay high, and experts believe the company is in a strong spot to profit. But why does this matter now

reading time less than a minute
Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Hungary Votes Out Its Longtime Leader

Viktor Orbán, Hungary’s prime minister for over a decade, once seemed unstoppable. He won elections easily, called liberal democracy outdated years before others, and shaped Hungary’s direction with ease. But Sunday’s vote proved his winning streak wasn’t forever. A new opposition party, led by Pete

reading time less than a minute
Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Understanding measles protection in kids after early vaccination

Vaccination experts worry about kids catching measles before they get their shots. That’s why some countries give the first measles vaccine at just six months instead of the usual twelve. South Africa tested this idea by giving babies their first dose at six months and a booster at one year. The goa

reading time less than a minute
Apr 11 2026HEALTH

How veterans are pushing the boundaries of mental health treatment

Veterans have a long history of driving medical progress without getting the credit they deserve. War creates extreme conditions that force quick, creative solutions—like sorting wounded soldiers on the battlefield to save the most critical cases first. These rough but effective methods later shaped

reading time less than a minute
Apr 09 2026OPINION

Health care costs in Virginia: Who really pays the price?

Virginia's health care system is facing a quiet crisis, and most residents don't even realize the game being played with their wallets. Last year's major federal health law quietly handed corporations and wealthy shareholders huge tax breaks while leaving average families to foot the bill. The resul

reading time less than a minute
Apr 08 2026POLITICS

How Forest Changes Affect Small Towns and Nature

Vermont’s spring brings more than rain and wood frogs. It also signals a shift in how one of America’s oldest land stewards—the U. S. Forest Service—might soon operate. For over 100 years, the agency has managed forests not just for wood, but for water, wildlife, and quiet spaces where people can th

reading time less than a minute
Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Virginia's New Governor Struggles Early Despite Big Win

Virginia just elected Abigail Spanberger governor in a landslide last November. She promised to be a moderate leader, but now, just 80 days into her term, her approval ratings are the worst for any Virginia governor in the 21st century. Only 47% of voters approve of her performance, while 46% disapp

reading time less than a minute